Building a fireplace mantel is a great beginner building project that anyone can handle.

You’ll need just a few supplies and tools to get the job done.

This is a project that you’re free to complete in just a few hours of your time.

DIY fireplace mantel plans

The Spruce / Jacob Fox

Store the firewood for your fireplace in one of theseDIY firewood racks.

This is an easy project that features a mantel that appears both rustic and polished.

It will bring some warmth and rustic vibes to whatever room your fireplace is in.

A white brick fireplace

Remodelaholic

The result is a clean, simple, and bright fireplace that’s perfect for a farmhouse home.

This DIY project shows you how to do just that with tips on how to build and hang it.

This free fireplace plan builds a faux fireplace with a surround and a mantel.

A living room with a fireplace and TV

Designing Vibes

It has a rustic farmhouse look that you’re able to place anywhere in your home.

This is a great budget project that’s cost will be determined by what kind of wood you purchase.

This plan works great with gas or wood fireplaces but can also be used over awood-burning stove.

A white fireplace with a wooden mantel

Sand & Sisal

It’s really stunning and would look great in your living room.

The mantel gives you a place to add decor that expresses your personality.

Tile offsets the inner opening of the fireplace for a modern look.

A white fireplace with doors surrounding it

Simplicity In the South

The white paint makes everything look clean.

The faux brick on the inside of the fireplace is a nice touch that won’t go unnoticed.

This project is easier to complete than it looks.

A living room with a fireplace and wooden mantel

Frazzled Joy

You have the option to usecorbelsto create a unique shelf-punch in look or omit them.

Either way, this mantel will provide character to any room.

The addition of trim pieces andshiplapadd a nice finishing touch.

A faux fireplace by a dining room table

Rocky Hedge Farm

Included are other tips to use brick or rock instead of shiplap, too.

Top it off with a mantel for a spot to put framed pictures and other mementos.

It will also work great during the holidays to put up stockings.

A white fireplace with a TV on top

Chatfield Court

DIY Faux Fireplace and MantelfromHomemade Lovely

A living room with a wooden mantel on dark brick above a fireplace

Remodelaholic

A fireplace with black tiles and a decorated wooden mantel

A Blossoming Life

A white brick fireplace with a dark brown mantel

Scavenger Chic

A white and marble-style DIY fireplace mantel

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